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The Oxford Encyclopedia of African American History, 1896 to the Present
- Copyright 2009
- Deluxe 5-volume, hardcover series
- Chronology of major events in black history
- Includes coverage of Hurricane Katrina and the 2008 election
- Entries range from 500 to 12,000 words and include cross references and bibliographies
- Signed entries written by leading scholars and experts
- Appeals to a wide range of readers including students, scholars and general readers
- Includes extensive 5-page essay on Barack Obama
- On Sale: $297.50 - a 50% discount off of the list price
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- Preface - Library Journal Review
- STILL AVAILABLE: Encyclopedia of African American History, 1619 - 1895; A Booklist Editor's Choice for 2006
Constitutional Amendments: From Freedom of Speech to Flag Burning3 Volume Set
Covering each of the 27 amendments, this 3-vol. resource provides the history and social context of the amendment process. The introduction includes a general essay on the Constitution and adopting new amendments, followed by chapters highlighting each amendment.
Entries range in length from 10 to 15 pages and begin with the full text of the amendment, followed by an essay on the social and political climate that gave rise to its proposal. Also included is an overview of the unratified amendments, with an emphasis on issues that affect today's society and demonstrate the current applicability of the amendment. Significant issues, events, figures, movements and judicial/legislative actions in the history of the amendment are also covered chronologically. Features include 150 illustrations, sidebars, a glossary, source for further study, and index.
ISBN 13: 9780787648657
ISBN 10: 0787648655
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